Australia's relative proximity, affordability, international recognition and melting-pot culture make it the most popular overseas study destination for Malaysian students. It is also a good alternative to other English-speaking countries such as the US and the UK.

The effective combination of academic studies, research and practical training in France gave birth to cutting-edge contributions in fields such as nuclear energy, medicine, aeronautics and pharmaceutical research.

German programmes are known to be highly structured, content-heavy, rigorous and intensive. The international recognition of German university degrees in recent years is good news for both German and international students, as it enables them to complete their degrees quicker and have more opportunities in the international job market.

Ireland is located on the north-west side of continental Europe and is known for its rich cultural heritage, wide grasslands, quaint townships and friendly locals. The northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland is called Northern Ireland and is part of the United Kingdom, while the remaining land is the independent Republic of Ireland, with its capital at Dublin.

Singapore has been making active efforts to attract world-class institutions such as Johns Hopkins and the University of Chicago's Booth Graduate School of Business to set up branch campuses and facilities in Singapore.